Molekul: Jurnal Ilmiah Kimia
The MOLEKUL is dedicated to fostering advancements in all branches of chemistry and its diverse sub-disciplines. It aims to publish high-quality research encompassing a wide range of topics, including but not limited to Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biological Activities of Synthetic Drugs, Environmental Chemistry, Biochemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Petroleum Chemistry, and Agricultural Chemistry. By providing a platform for rigorous scientific inquiry and dissemination of knowledge, the journal strives to contribute to the understanding, innovation, and practical applications of chemistry in various fields. We encourage submissions that explore new methodologies, elucidate fundamental principles, address pressing challenges, and demonstrate the potential for real-world impact. Our journal welcomes original research articles, reviews, and perspectives from researchers, scholars, and professionals across the global scientific community, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and the advancement of chemical sciences. The scope of this journal encompasses a wide range of topics within the field of chemistry, with a particular focus on advancing knowledge and innovation in the following areas: 1. Theoretical Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry: This includes theoretical studies, computational modeling, and experimental investigations related to chemical reactivity, molecular structures, spectroscopy, and the environmental fate and impact of chemicals. 2. Materials Synthesis for Energy and Environmental Applications: The journal welcomes research on the synthesis, characterization, and application of materials for energy storage, catalysis, solar energy conversion, pollution mitigation, and sustainable environmental technologies. 3. Isolation, Purification, and Modification of Biomolecules: Manuscripts addressing the isolation, purification, and modification of biomolecules, such as proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids, along with their applications in areas such as biotechnology, drug discovery, and diagnostics, are of particular interest. 4. Fabrication, Development, and Validation of Analytical Methods: The journal encourages submissions focusing on the development and optimization of analytical techniques, including chromatography, spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and mass spectrometry. Topics may include method validation, sample preparation, quality control, and applications in diverse fields.
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<![CDATA[Synthesis and Characterization of 4-amino-N'-[(1E)-1-(2-hydroxy-6-methyl-4-oxo-4H-pyran-3-yl)ethylidene]benzohydrazide and its Cu(II), Ni(II), Zn(II) and Mn(II) Complexes ]]>
<![CDATA[Anarado, Chigozie John Onyinye]]>;
<![CDATA[Iziga, Chinasa Grace]]>;
<![CDATA[Ibeji, Collins Ugochukwu]]>;
<![CDATA[Babahan-Bircan, Ilknur]]>;
<![CDATA[Coban, Burak]]>;
<![CDATA[Cömert, Füsun]]>;
<![CDATA[Anarado, Charity Ebere]]>
<![CDATA[ Molekul Vol 18 No 2 (2023) ]]>
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DOI: 10.20884/1.jm.2023.18.2.8186
<![CDATA[New benzohydrazone compound, 4-amino-N'-[(1E)-1-(2-hydroxy-6-methyl-4-oxo-4H-pyran-3-yl)ethylidene] benzohydrazide (HL1) and its Cu(II), Ni(II), Zn(II) and Mn(II) complexes were synthesized. The structures of HL1 and its complexes were elucidated by elemental analysis and IR, UV-Vis, 1H and 13C NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry. The infrared spectral data of the complexes revealed that HL1 coordinated with the metal ions through azomethine nitrogen, enolic oxygen and amide carbonyl oxygen atoms, hence, HL1 behaves as a monobasic tridentate ligand. UV-Vis data revealed that Zn(II) and Mn(II) complexes adopted octahedral geometry, while Cu(II) and Ni(II) complexes had five-coordinate and square-planar geometries respectively. The mass spectra data and elemental analysis values are in accordance with the calculated values for the suggested molecular formula of the complexes, a confirmation of the 1:1 ligand to metal stoichiometry in case of Cu(II) complex and 2:1 ligands to metal stoichiometry in case of the other complexes.]]>
<![CDATA[Biochemical Characterization of Ketapang Lipase: Its Preference to Short-Chain Fatty Acids despite the Long-Chain Fatty Acids Dominant Content ]]>
<![CDATA[Faradis, Taritsu Hazal]]>;
<![CDATA[Pomeistia, Meilynda]]>;
<![CDATA[Basri, Nurul Hasan]]>;
<![CDATA['Ardhuha, Jannatin]]>;
<![CDATA[Gunawan, Erin Ryantin]]>;
<![CDATA[Savalas, Lalu Rudyat Telly]]>
<![CDATA[ Molekul Vol 18 No 2 (2023) ]]>
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DOI: 10.20884/1.jm.2023.18.2.8302
<![CDATA[Lipases are versatile enzymes with high specificity toward lipid substrate. They have many industrial applications, such as in food, pharmacy, and green fuel. So far, most explored lipases are from microbial and animal sources, whereas those from plants are less studied. The present study aims to characterize ketapang (Terminalia catappa Linn) lipase. The lipase was isolated from germinating ketapang seeds. The activity was determined by hydrolysis of virgin coconut oil (VCO). Biochemical characterization of ketapang lipase includes the optimum temperature, pH, kinetics, metal ions addition, and analysis of substrate specificity. It was shown that ketapang lipase has an optimum temperature of 45 oC, pH 7.5. Ca2+ increases the lipase activity, whereas Na+, K+, Mg2+, Zn2+, Fe2+, and Cu2+ inhibit ketapang lipase to various extents. A comparison of SDS-PAGE and native-PAGE analysis showed that ketapang lipase consists of several protein subunits. A further test by in-gel assay revealed that the 54 kDa, 35 kDa, two bands at ~16 kDa, and 12 kDa proteins showed lipolytic activity against a-naphthyl palmitate substrate. When tested on various chromogenic fatty acid substrates, ketapang lipase showed the highest specificity against short-chain fatty acids (C4 and C8), despite the fact that ketapang oil seed composes mainly of long fatty acid (C18). Since lipases that have high lipolytic activity toward short fatty acids are considered esterases, the esterase activity of ketapang lipase is yet to be determined.]]>
<![CDATA[Adsorption of Congo Red onto Humic Acid Isolated from Peat Soil Gambut Regency, South Kalimantan ]]>
<![CDATA[Umaningrum, Dewi]]>;
<![CDATA[Nurmasari, Radna]]>;
<![CDATA[Santoso, Uripto Trisno]]>;
<![CDATA[Astuti, Maria Dewi]]>;
<![CDATA[Pradita, Hapsari Tyas]]>
<![CDATA[ Molekul Vol 18 No 2 (2023) ]]>
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DOI: 10.20884/1.jm.2023.18.2.8685
<![CDATA[Humic acid is one of the green materials for wastewater treatment including for removal dyes as an adsorbent. Humic acid was isolated from peat soil, Gambut Regency, South Kalimantan following International Humic Substances Society method, and used to adsorb Congo red. The adsorption process was carried out in a batch system and the effect of pH, contact time, and adsorption capacity of Congo red on humic acid were studied. The adsorbent characterization by using FTIR. The results showed that the adsorption of Congo red on humic acid occurred at the optimum pH of pH 6, the optimum contact time was 120 minutes. The adsorption capacity of Congo red onto humic acid of 33.33 mg/g and follows the Langmuir model with R2 = 0.9926. The characterization of humic acid functional groups before and after adsorption of Congo red showed that the signal at 1,712.79 cm-1 were shifted to 1,705.07 cm-1 and 1,273.02 cm-1 were shifted to 1,265.30 cm-1. These suggested that the mechanism interaction was the electrostatic interaction between -NH3+ functional group of Congo red group and -COO- functional group of humic acid. It means that humic acid isolated from peat soil could be used as an adsorbent for the removal Congo red.]]>
<![CDATA[Soil Toxicity Around the Textile Industry in Bantul using Spinach Seeds (Amaranthus gangeticus) and Bean Sprouts (Phaseolus aureus) ]]>
<![CDATA[Astari, Siti Alysha]]>;
<![CDATA[Suherman, Suherman]]>;
<![CDATA[Mudasir, Mudasir]]>
<![CDATA[ Molekul Vol 19 No 1 (2024) ]]>
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DOI: 10.20884/1.jm.2024.19.1.5172
<![CDATA[The toxicity test of zinc metal in soil samples around the textile industry in Bantul on the growth of spinach (Amaranthus gangeticus) and bean sprouts (Phaseolus aureus) has been investigated in relation with the environmental assesment for the impact of industrial activities. This research was conducted to study physicochemical properties, adsorption-desorption, and zinc metal toxicity in the soil around the textile industry on the growth of spinach and bean sprouts. The study of physicochemical properties were water content, pH, electrical conductivity, ash content, total organic carbon, cation exchange capacity, metal content, and characterization using FTIR (Fourier transform infrared) spectrophotometry. Various zinc concentrations were studied for the adsorption capacity, whereas citric acid concentrations were used for the desorption. Atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS) was applied to measure metal concentrations for all samples. A toxicity tests were conducted on the growth of spinach and bean sprouts. The maximum zinc concentration was measured in point I, at 532.03 mg kg-1. Adsorption of zinc followed the Langmuir and Freundlich isotherms, and desorption process occurred at optimum concentration 0.7 mol L-1 citric acid and a pH of 3. In the zinc metal toxicity test, large concentration of zinc metal revealed inhibition effect on spinach and bean sprouts growth. Keywords: Adsorption, desorption, toxicity test, zinc.]]>
<![CDATA[Development and Characterization of Edible Films Based on Gelatin/Chitosan Composites Incorporated with Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles for Food Protection ]]>
<![CDATA[Bahar, Asrul]]>;
<![CDATA[Samik, Samik]]>;
<![CDATA[Sianita, Maria Monica]]>;
<![CDATA[Kusumawati, Nita]]>;
<![CDATA[Khafidlah, Ianatul]]>;
<![CDATA[Muslim, Supari]]>;
<![CDATA[Auliya, AR. Sella]]>
<![CDATA[ Molekul Vol 18 No 3 (2023) ]]>
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DOI: 10.20884/1.jm.2023.18.3.6630
<![CDATA[The increase in cases of global environmental pollution due to plastic waste makes the development of biodegradable active packaging very urgent. Gelatin (G), is one of the potential edible film raw materials. However, its weak water barrier and mechanical properties have limited its wide application. The addition of chitosan nanofiber (CHNF) and zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONP) is expected to improve the mechanical and barrier properties and present antioxidant and antimicrobial properties to the G film. Characterization results using FTIR, SEM, and DSC showed good compatibility between the G, CHNF, and ZnONP matrix. Meanwhile, the packaging test results confirmed that gelatin, CHNF, and ZnONP-based composite films have the potential to be used as functional materials in food packaging.]]>
<![CDATA[Formulation, Characterization, and Sunscreen Potential Evaluation of Nutmeg Leaf Essential Oil Nanoemulsions (Myristica fragrans Houtt.) ]]>
<![CDATA[Rastuti, Undri]]>;
<![CDATA[Widyaningsih, Senny]]>;
<![CDATA[Chasani, Mochammad]]>;
<![CDATA[Habibie, Ranti Kamila]]>;
<![CDATA[Elly, Vani Fitria Rosita]]>;
<![CDATA[Zia, Sity Khalidah]]>
<![CDATA[ Molekul Vol 18 No 3 (2023) ]]>
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DOI: 10.20884/1.jm.2023.18.3.6872
<![CDATA[Nutmeg leaf essential oil (Myristica Fragrans Houtt.) is one of the natural ingredients which have antioxidant activity and potential as a sunscreen. The research aims to formulate nutmeg leaf essential oil nanoemulsion, characterize, and determine its potency as a sunscreen. Nutmeg leaf essential oil nanoemulsion was formulated with 1; 3; and 5 mL of oil content with two variations of surfactant. The characterization included organoleptic, pH, viscosity, %T, nanoemulsion type, droplet size, thermodynamic and centrifugation stability tests. Evaluation was conducted using UV-Vis spectrophotometer at a wavelength range of 290-400 nm with ethanol as a blank and non-nano-emulsified as a comparison. The result showed that the nutmeg leaf essential oil nanoemulsion had clear and stable appearance, safe for skin, viscosity values of <200 mPas, %T values of near 100%, nanoemulsions type of o/w, and particles size of <200 nm. The evaluation showed that the sunscreen activities of nutmeg leaf oil nanoemulsion was higher than non-nano-emulsified. The highest sunscreen activity was the formula A nanoemulsion which an oil content of 5 mL and had an SPF value of 1.475; %Te value of 50.571%; and %Tp value of 77.218%. The nanoemulsion sunscreen activity of formula A was categorized as a regular suntan]]>
<![CDATA[Synthesis and Characterization of Anethole-lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer via Cationic Polymerization ]]>
<![CDATA[Handayani, Desi Suci]]>;
<![CDATA[Tahara, Alfia Uke]]>;
<![CDATA[Firdaus, Maulidan]]>;
<![CDATA[Suryanti, Venty]]>;
<![CDATA[Kusumaningsih, Triana]]>;
<![CDATA[Marliyana, Soerya Dewi]]>;
<![CDATA[Wibowo, Fajar Rakhman]]>;
<![CDATA[Wartono, Muhammad Widyo]]>
<![CDATA[ Molekul Vol 18 No 3 (2023) ]]>
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DOI: 10.20884/1.jm.2023.18.3.7078
<![CDATA[The synthesis of anethole-lauryl methacrylate (LMA) copolymer had been carried out by cationic polymerization using BF3O(C2H5)2 as the initiator without the use of solvent at room temperature (28-30 °C) over atmospheric N2 conditions. Polymerization was conducted by varying LMA concentration i.e. 2%, 4%, and 6%, (w/w) with respect to the anethole weight. Structural determination of co-poly(anethole-LMA) was done using FTIR and 1H-NMR spectrophotometer. The relative molecular weight (Mv) of co-poly (anethole-LMA) was measured by an Ostwald Viscometer at room temperature. Morphological characterization and surface area analysis of co-poly(anethole-LMA) was performed using SEM and SAA, respectively. The successful synthesis of co-poly(anethole-LMA) was proven by the disappearance of vinyl group absorption at 1696, 1638, 965, and 938 cm-1 of the FTIR spectra, as well as the loss of vinyl group proton signals at 6.4-5.5 ppm in the 1H-NMR spectra. Increasing the weight of the LMA affected the characteristics of co-poly(anethole-LMA). The relative molecular weight of co-poly(anethole-LMA) was found to rise by increasing the weight of LMA. The Mv of co-poly(anethole-LMA) 2%, 4%, and 6% were 32378.62, 50611.05, and 65133.79 g/mol, respectively. The morphology of co-poly(anethole-LMA) showed that the surface distance between particles was getting tighter and the highest surface area in co-poly(Anethole-LMA) 6% was 233.80 m2/g.]]>
<![CDATA[In Silico and In Vivo Studies of Carboxymethyl Cellulose Based Hydrogels from Cassava Stem and Young Papaya Seed Extract for Diabetic Wounds ]]>
<![CDATA[Rahmawati, Risma]]>;
<![CDATA[Lestari, Annisa Firda]]>;
<![CDATA[Anggraini, Putri Regita]]>;
<![CDATA[Safitri, Rahmadita Irma]]>;
<![CDATA[A'yunin, Alfi Rizki]]>;
<![CDATA[Firdaus, Maulidan]]>
<![CDATA[ Molekul Vol 19 No 2 (2024) ]]>
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DOI: 10.20884/1.jm.2024.19.2.7286
<![CDATA[ABSTRACT. Diabetic chronic wound care remains a global challenge due to higher rates of infection leading to amputations and death. The development of wound dressing materials with good biocompatibility, adequate mechanical strength, high absorption, and anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties are criteria for ideal wound dressings in clinical applications. This study aimed to prepare hydrogel plasters based on carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) from cassava stems (Manihot esculenta C.) with the addition of an active substance from young papaya seeds (Carica papaya L.) for diabetic wound healing. The methods used included CMC synthesis, extraction of young papaya seeds, preparation of nanoparticles, hydrogel optimization using Response Surface Methodology (RSM), in silico study, and in vivo tests. All products for each stage were characterized by FTIR and XRD. Hydrogels were characterized by testing pH, organoleptic, swelling ratio, gel fraction, biodegradability, FTIR, and SEM. The results of RSM optimization obtained hydrogel with the formula Na-CMC 3%, citric acid 2%, and stirring temperature 70. Based on the in-silico test results, the apigenin compound has the lowest binding energy, namely -9.4 kcal/mol, so it has the potential to heal diabetic wounds by triggering angiogenesis through the VEGFR2 signal. In vivo test results showed that the hydrogel with the addition of young papaya seed extract had the fastest wound healing rate compared to other treatments, marked by 100% wound closure on the 10th day. Keywords: carboxymethyl cellulose, cassava stem, diabetes wound, hydrogel, young papaya seeds.]]>
<![CDATA[Effect of Hydrophilic Polymers on Solubility Properties of Ketoprofen - 2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid Multicomponent Solids ]]>
<![CDATA[Wicaksono, Yudi]]>;
<![CDATA[Wisudyaningsih, Budipratiwi]]>;
<![CDATA[Priyadi, Karina Priyadi Devi Wahyu]]>;
<![CDATA[Laily, Aisyah Prida]]>;
<![CDATA[Putri, Salsabila Bara]]>
<![CDATA[ Molekul Vol 18 No 3 (2023) ]]>
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DOI: 10.20884/1.jm.2023.18.3.7292
<![CDATA[Ketoprofen is a medicinal compound derivative of phenyl alkanoic acid that works as an anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and analgesic. In the Biopharmaceutical Classification Systems, ketoprofen is a class II drug with high permeability but low solubility. Due to its low solubility, the absorption and bioavailability of ketoprofen are very limited, which can affect its therapeutic effectiveness. This study aimed to increase ketoprofen's solubility by forming multicomponent solids using 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid coformer with adding hydrophilic polymers ((hydroxypropyl)methylcellulose, polyvinylpyrrolidone K90, and polyethylene glycol 4000). The results showed that ketoprofen with 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid coformer prepared using the solvent evaporation method formed a eutectic mixture. Adding hydrophilic polymers to the ketoprofen - 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid multicomponent solid increased the crystallinity and decreased the melting point of the multicomponent solids. The multicomponent solids of ketoprofen - 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid with the addition of hydrophilic polymers had solubility and dissolution efficiency significantly higher (p<0.05) than the ketoprofen - 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid multicomponent solids without hydrophilic polymers.]]>
<![CDATA[The Exploration of Bioactive Peptides that Docked to SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein from Goats’ Milk Beta-Casein by In Silico ]]>
<![CDATA[Widodo, Hermawan Setyo]]>;
<![CDATA[Murti, Tridjoko Wisnu]]>;
<![CDATA[Agus, Ali]]>;
<![CDATA[Pertiwiningrum, Ambar]]>
<![CDATA[ Molekul Vol 18 No 3 (2023) ]]>
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DOI: 10.20884/1.jm.2023.18.3.7297
<![CDATA[Beta-casein in milk is known to be a bioactive peptide producer because of its amino acid sequence. Bioactive peptides have prospected molecules that can adhere with SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, so they can inhibit the virus from hooking up with human cell receptor protein. The research is aimed to find any peptides from goat’s milk beta-casein that are prospective candidates as SARS-CoV-2 spike protein inhibitors. Goat’s milk beta-casein was simulated as being digested by the digestive tract. Pepsin, trypsin, and chymotrypsin enzymes cut the beta-casein amino acids sequence into small peptides. Then, their bioavailability was predicted by Lipinski’s Rules of 5 (Ro5), any most fitted peptides to the rules will be simulated to dock to SARS-CoV2 spike protein besides Curcumin as the control ligand. Peptides with the best bind activity with the spike protein will be selected as inhibitor candidates. Peptide QPK is selected as a SARS-CoV-2 inhibitor candidate because it has better affinity energy than Curcumin or other selected peptides.]]>
